Kids Lead Food Drive

This year, Zion kids, and many other youths in our community, showed what it truly means to give back. Their service came in two powerful efforts.

First, during the St. Mark’s Food Drive organized at Zion by member, Jessica A, some of our kids took ownership in a special way. Working in pairs, they navigated the grocery store with the donation list in hand, budgeting carefully to purchase a full box of food for families in need. It was a hands-on lesson in compassion, stewardship, and understanding what they could afford while still giving generously. (Jessica’s boys also did a lot of boxes for this – unsure what.)

Second, some of our youth helped lead and steward the 6th Annual Christmas Meal Food Drive benefiting The HIM Pantry. With a goal of providing 190 holiday meals—including Chicken & Dumplings and a pie—the group exceeded expectations. Thanks to the generosity of the congregation and many in the Heights community, about 200 meals will be shared on December 14 and 16.

Thank you to everyone who donated, supported, or helped facilitate these efforts. Our kids continue to remind us what joyful service looks like.

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Guest Post by Zion member: Kelley B.